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Chemistry is the essential science

Chemistry is a part of everything in our lives Are you curious to discover more? Join Kelly in our high-tech labs for a glimpse of life as a Chemistry student.

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Our courses

We offer bachelor degrees, an integrated master’s degree, an HNC, and an extended course with a foundation year to prepare you for degree-level study. You can study full-time, part-time or take a sandwich course, which includes a work placement. We also offer a chemistry degree apprenticeship.

Laboratory Scientist (Degree Apprenticeship)

Our Laboratory Scientist degree apprenticeship will equip you with all the knowledge, skills and behaviours you need to succeed in your career as a laboratory scientist.

Mode: Part time, Degree apprenticeship
Location: Medway Campus
Subject: Chemistry

Science - Research, MPhil/PhD

Explore new territory across diverse subjects ranging from chemistry and medicine to sustainable development with a research degree in Science (MPhil/PhD).

Mode: Full time, Part time
Location: Medway Campus
Subject: Chemistry; Science

Science, MSc by Research

Are you an industry-based student? Our MSc by Research in Science is ideal for you to gain skills and work on a significant scientific project.

Mode: Full time, Part time
Location: Medway Campus
Subject: Chemistry; Science

Why Greenwich is great for chemistry degrees

A knowledge of chemistry can prepare you for a broad range of future careers, while our degree apprenticeships allow you to work towards a degree from the workplace. Find out more about the opportunities at Greenwich and your potential future career destinations.

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Degree apprenticeships

Learn as you work with degree apprenticeships, which are based largely in the workplace. Employees receive vocational training and emerge with a degree.

A unique learning experience on the Medway Campus

Find extensive laboratories, modern lecture theatres and unique learning and social spaces in the former naval buildings on the Medway Campus.

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Research and partnerships

Research and scholarly activities inform our learning and teaching and complement the enterprise activities that we provide.

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Join us as a research student

Graduates from our undergraduate science courses can move on to our MRes degree. Normally, you will need a 2.1 or First. If you have a suitable research proposal in a science discipline, we can help you apply to the university and find the appropriate supervisor.